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aublar 's review for:
Killing Lincoln: The Shocking Assassination That Changed America Forever
by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard
This book was captivating and made history as exciting as it should be. However, having read a lot on this topic, I didn't like how sensationalized the story was. It was heavy into the conspiracy theories and the author made it clear who he thought was innocent or guilty- particularly Mary Surratt. He made her out to be a poor and tortured innocent woman who was simply bait for the capture of her son, which I don't believe. There was much detail in the book- almost too much. I don't like historical works that can't be proven. I want to know how in the world the author knew that JWB kissed his ring as he stood all alone at his fiancees door the morning of the assassination. I know Booth kept a journal, but I don't think it was that detailed. I listened to the book on CD so I didn't get to take a look at the bibliography... if there even was one (I think I read online that there is not). Historical work with no works cited? Even my 8th graders can do that.
I must say, however, that if the choice is between reading this book and reading nothing about the Lincoln assassination, please read the book! It is such a fascinating subject that usually gets glossed over in history classes with "Lincoln was assassinated by JWB in April of 1865." There is so much detail and mystery surrounding it all.
I must say, however, that if the choice is between reading this book and reading nothing about the Lincoln assassination, please read the book! It is such a fascinating subject that usually gets glossed over in history classes with "Lincoln was assassinated by JWB in April of 1865." There is so much detail and mystery surrounding it all.